Category: Crochet Garments

Crochet patterns for gloves without fingers are some of the most forgiving accessory projects out there, mostly because there’s no finger-by-finger shaping to wrestle with. What you’re really building is a fitted tube with a gap where the thumb pokes through, which makes this a natural next step once hats and scarves have started to…

A crochet top is a different project than a jersey or sweater, even though they’re both garments. There’s no sleeve shaping to worry about, no shoulder seam bearing weight, and usually a lot less yardage involved. That makes an easy crochet top pattern like this one a solid entry point into garment-making, especially if full…

A crochet jersey is a bigger commitment than a hat or a scarf, and it shows the moment something’s a little off. A gauge that’s slightly loose. A sleeve that’s an inch too narrow. A body panel that runs short by two rows you didn’t notice until the seaming stage. Garments are unforgiving that way…

If you’re looking for free directions for crochet hats, chances are you’ve already got a skein of worsted weight yarn lying around and a hook that’s been waiting for a project. A hat is a good one to reach for. It’s small enough to finish without losing steam halfway through, and it teaches you the…